bayite 1/2 x 6 Inch Survival Drilled Flint Steel Fire Starter Ferrocerium Rod Kit with Striker-Pro Striker Paracord Landyard Handle Large Length of the rod: 6"(15.3cm). Diameter of the rod is approx 1/2"(12.7mm). 9ft Paracord included, gives you a good grip and never comes off. bayite new Striker-Pro striker included, always be prepared to start a fire bayite 6 Striking Edges Striker-Pro striker is made from TOOL GRADE HSS STEEL and has a distinct hardness, maximizes a shower of hot sparks, no matter whether you prefer to use your left hand or right hand to scrape. EXTRA LARGE. Super thick and large rod throws a MASSIVE shower of hot sparks to light fire instantly in any conditions. Windproof & weather resistant. Fits all weather You can also use the back of a blade from an box cutter. That's the most efficient scraper that can be found easily. Don't use bad quality Knife as striker. Otherwise it will not produce enough sparks due to insufficient hardness of blade. Provides up to 3000 degrees C spark in all weather, at any altitude. Durable, lasts for approximately 12,000 strikes. Perfect emergency fire starter for Bushcraft, Hiking, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, EDC, Emergency, BBQ, Gas Camp Stoves, etc Can be used for the kitchen as well as survival. Not only for emergency bug-out bags, but also for gifts. Large size( 1/2&#039;&#039; thick) means plenty for your hands to hang onto. If you have large hands, we recommend the large size. The 3/8&#039;&#039;  4&#039;&#039; is big enough for easier strikes and small enough to carry. Scrape away the coating to expose shiny metal before first use. Hold the ferro rod close to the tinder at about a 45-degree angle. Place the scraper near the top of the rod. Pull the rod back (away from the tinder) with a slow and steady motion.